Meet the FHS Counselors
Mr. Spencer Brown
Fairmont Position: 9th Grade Counselor serving East and Central unit students (A-K).
Phone number: 937-499-1617
Email: spencer.brown@ketteringschools.org
Education:
B.S. in Psychology from The University of Dayton
M.S.E. in School Counseling from The University of Dayton
Philosophy: I believe in student advocacy in partnership with families, teachers, and community liaisons as we help and empower teenagers to realize their potential and provide support and empathy throughout that process.
Mrs. Kelsey Perinovic
Fairmont Position: 9th Grade Counselor serving West and South unit students (L-Z).
Phone Number: 499-1614
Email: kelsey.perinovic@ketteringschools.org
Education:
University of Cincinnati, B.A. in Psychology
University of Dayton, M.S.E. in School Counseling
Philosophy: I am so thrilled to be at Kettering Fairmont and supporting our students to grow not only academically but personally as well. I believe that building relationships lays out the foundation for success. As a school counselor, we play an important role in supporting and empowering students to achieve success in and outside of the classroom. I believe that students will gain the most benefits when all important stakeholders are involved to support the needs of students and address any obstacles that may be impeding the learning process.
Mrs. Tara Shirk
Fairmont Position: 10th Grade Counselor serving East and Central unit students (A-K).
Phone Number: 499-1615
Email: tara.shirk@ketteringschools.org
Education:
Mount Vernon Nazarene University, Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Sociology
Wright State University, Master's degree in School Counseling
Philosophy: I am honored to be a part of a community that cares deeply about its students’ well-being academically, socially, and personally. I believe it is essential that I advocate for my students. More importantly, my objective is to instill in them the tools and free thinking necessary to make their own sound judgments. The greatest reward is building relationships with students and seeing them grow by embracing what makes them unique. It is important that I celebrate diversity, provide roads to success and create a safe environment in which students feel comfortable approaching me.
Mr. Matt Kesner
Fairmont Position: 10th Grade Counselor serving West and South unit students (L-Z).
Phone Number: 499-1618
Email: matt.kesner@ketteringschools.org
Education:
Lee University, Bachelor of Science
Wright State University, Masters of Ed. in School Counseling
Philosophy: I love being a part of the amazing staff and community at Fairmont. One of my most favorite parts of being a school counselor is helping guide students in developing a plan to achieve their goals. Seeing students reach their goals is a great privilege. I believe all students have the potential to be and to do whatever they set their minds. I love helping students develop goals to accomplish all of the amazing things their optimistic minds come up with. My role is to help guide students in making a plan to achieve their goals. I do this, not by telling them what to do, but by working alongside them, encouraging and guiding them to discover, on their own, what their goals will require. My role is like the rudder on a ship. I am not responsible to be the engine moving the ship, my role is more to be the rudder; slightly nudging the whole ship in different directions as needed.
Mr. Victor Colón
Fairmont Position: 11th & 12th Grade Counselor serving Central and East unit non-CTC students (A-K) and CTC students in Early Childhood Education and Biotechnology. Counseling Department Chair.
Phone Number: 499-1612
Email: victor.colon@ketteringschools.org
Education:
Wright State University, B.A. in Modern Languages and Criminal Justice
The University of Dayton, M.S.E. in School Counseling
Philosophy: My philosophy as a counselor is to be enthusiastic about helping students, and advocating for their success. By collaborating with parents and other school professionals, I aim to be an anchor for students when they are in need of support and resources. In addition, I hope to provide a safe space where students feel welcome and accepted every time they come to talk with me about whatever they may be going through at this point in their lives.
Mrs. Dani Phillips
Fairmont Position: 11th and 12th Grade Counselor serving South and West unit students (L-Z) who are not in a CTC program and CTC students in Fire Science, Business Academy and IT.
Phone Number: 499-1613
Email: dani.phillips@ketteringschools.org
Education:
Bachelor's Degree: Cornell University, majoring in Psychology
Master’s Degree: Xavier University, majoring in School Counseling
Philosophy: As a school counselor, my purpose is to help students learn about themselves, as well as guide them throughout their high school career in becoming successful students while accomplishing their goals. I work alongside administrators, teachers, parents, and the community to ensure that all students will be successful in their academic achievement, educational planning, career exploration and personal and social development. Being apart of the Kettering Fairmont family has brought me tremendous joy and allows me to utilize my skills as a school counselor and life long learner in this community.
Mrs. Randi Mohler
Fairmont Position: Counselor to CTC students in Automotives, Allied Health, Cosmetology, Digital Design, Construction, Interactive Media, Marketing, Medical Assisting, PLTW Engineering, and students who attend a CTC program at Centerville High School.
Phone number: 937-499-1616
Email: randi.mohler@ketteringschools.org
Education:
Wright State University, Rehabilitation Services (B.S.)
Wright State University, Master's degree in School Counseling
Philosophy: My name is Randi Mohler and this is my 8th year as a counselor, but my first year at Fairmont. I'm very excited to work with juniors and seniors in the CTC at Fairmont and to learn more about the programs! I oversee students in the following CTC programs: Allied Health, Automotives, Construction, Cosmetology, Digital Design, Engineering, Interactive Media, Marketing, and Medical Assisting. I love being a school counselor because I get to make an impact on young people as they prepare for adulthood. My goal is for every student I work with to feel seen and heard, valued and respected and to learn about all the possibilities for their future. Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions that you may have regarding your students' academics, future goals, or social/emotional well-being.
